Bactris gasipaes (Peach Palm)

The Peach Palm is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a small to medium-sized palm tree that grows in clusters, with feathery, pinnate leaves and a slender trunk covered in sharp spines. The plant produces edible fruits, known as pejibayes or peach palm fruits, which are similar in taste to sweet potatoes. It is commonly grown for its fruit production and is also used in landscaping for its ornamental value.